Keto Harees (with Cauliflower)
Slow-Cooked Lamb and Spiced Cauliflower Porridge
Yes, with a tweak: the traditional wheat is replaced with riced cauliflower. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Qatari food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A traditional Qatari dish, Harees is slow-cooked meat blended into a porridge-like consistency. This keto version replaces the usual wheat with riced cauliflower, cooked down with tender lamb and aromatic Qatari spices until thick and creamy. Served with a drizzle of ghee.
Key ingredients
Lamb shoulder, riced cauliflower, onions, garlic, ginger, water/broth, Qatari spice blend (cumin, coriander, cardamom, black pepper, cinnamon), ghee/clarified butter.
How to make it keto
The traditional wheat is replaced with riced cauliflower. Ensure no other starches or grains are added. Request no sugar in spice blends.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
الكيتو هريس بالقرنبيط، من فضلك تأكد أنه لا يوجد نشويات أو حبوب أخرى مضافة. وبدون سكر في خلطة البهارات.
For the Keto Harees with cauliflower, please ensure no other starches or grains are added. And no sugar in the spice blends.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in pre-made spice blends, excessive use of onions, and potential thickeners not disclosed by the restaurant.
Macros are estimates for a typical serving and vary by restaurant. Confirm ingredients with staff, especially if you have allergies. Our ingredient lists are generated automatically and describe how a dish is typically made.
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